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Infrastructure
Kolamaafushi floods affect 85 percent homes, 25 families displaced
Torrential rain from 6 Nov afternoon until 9:30 pm flooded Gaafu Alif Kolamaafushi, with water entering about 60 houses — roughly 85 percent of the island's homes — and leaving 25 families displaced. The island Council and MNDF carried out a joint drainage operation, and the NDMA reported power outages and sewage overflow in an affected home.
Environment
Met Office warns of heavy rain and potential flooding amid strengthening monsoon
The Maldives Meteorological Service warned that heavy rain and potential flooding could affect some islands as southwest monsoon winds strengthen, with adverse weather expected from 7 Nov until Wednesday. A waterspout struck Shaviyani Lhaimagu on 7 Nov, damaging roofs and injuring one person, while heavy rains flooded Gaafu Alif Kolamaafushi on 6 Nov.
Justice
Court extends former deputy minister Zihan's remand by 14 days
Former Deputy Minister Hassan Zihan's remand was extended by 14 days by the court over an alleged social media post encouraging arson against the President's Office, Parliament and the Supreme Court. Police said the extension was sought to allow investigators more time to gather evidence in the ongoing case.
International
Maldivian soldier posthumously awarded Italian gold medal for valour
Maldives National Defence Force Sergeant First Class Mohamed Mahudhee was posthumously awarded Italy's Gold Medal for Civil Valour for his role in a rescue operation for Italian divers lost in an underwater cave in Vaavu Atoll, where he died. The medal was presented by Italian Ambassador Damiano Francovigh and Minister of Economic Development Mohamed Saeed at a ceremony at the Barceló Nasandhura Malé marking 60 years of diplomatic ties and Italy's 80th National Day.
International
Italy presents highest civilian honor to family of MNDF soldier who died searching for missing divers
Italy posthumously awarded MNDF Sergeant First Class Mohamed Mahudhy its highest civilian honor, the Gold Medal for Civil Valor, for dying during a search and rescue operation for five missing Italian divers in Vaavu Atoll. The award was presented to his family at a ceremony marking 60 years of Maldives-Italy diplomatic relations and Italy's 80th National Day.
Economy
Minister Saeed seeks stronger Maldives–Italy investment ties...
Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade Mohamed Saeed invited Italian businesses to invest in the Maldives at a reception marking Italian National Day, as the two countries commemorate 60 years of diplomatic relations. He highlighted trade, technology, innovation and sustainable development as areas for collaboration and noted Italy is the Maldives' fifth-largest tourism source market.
Politics
President Muizzu Accuses Previous Administration of Driving Maldives into Debt Trap and Bankruptcy
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu used the official Victory Day ceremony at Republic Square to accuse past Maldivian leaders of betraying the country and to describe efforts to pull the Maldives out of debt and the threat of bankruptcy. He said foreign military personnel have been repatriated and pledged to establish the state's fiscal self-sufficiency.
Politics
Defence minister calls for self-reliance in safeguarding Maldives' independence
Defence Minister Hassan Rasheed called for self-reliance in safeguarding the Maldives' independence, speaking at a Victory Day function and pointing to changes in the global security environment. The article also lists top stories including a contract awarded to a Chinese company to build a 15-storey MNDF facility.
Politics
Economic independence essential to protecting Maldives from foreign influence, says President
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu used the official Victory Day ceremony at Republic Square in Malé on Tuesday evening to argue that economic independence is as vital to Maldivian sovereignty as territorial defence, saying his government had reduced debt dependence, ended irresponsible borrowing and money printing, and strengthened foreign investor confidence. He spoke as the proposed 2027 budget of MVR 59.7 billion was before Parliament, and also cited the 2024 withdrawal of Indian military personnel and an ongoing maritime boundary dispute with Mauritius.
Society
President honors frontline soldiers for bravery during the 1988 attack
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu presented special recognition shields to five surviving members of the Recce Patrol at the official Victory Day ceremony held at Republic Square. The attack of November 3, 1988 claimed eight soldiers and 11 civilian lives, and three members of the unit were martyred.
Politics
Defense Minister says Maldives must prioritize national interest and avoid dependence on foreign powers
Defense Minister Hassan Rasheed said on Tuesday evening that Victory Day reminds Maldivians to prioritize national interest and avoid dependence on foreign powers. He was speaking at the official Victory Day ceremony commemorating the defeat of Tamil mercenaries in the 1988 attack, which killed eight soldiers and 11 civilians.
Politics
Ghassan urges vigilance on Victory Day, saying nations face threats beyond guns and visible enemies
Former Defence Minister Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon said on Victory Day, November 3, 2026, that the independence and sovereignty of nations are threatened not only by weapons or visible enemies. In a post on X he recalled the November 3, 1988 attack and expressed confidence in the MNDF, while the opposition and President Muizzu differ over the Rasmale' project's security implications.
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